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Welcome to the University of Southern Indiana Choices – they are unending. Some you make for the moment. Others affect the rest of your life. You have chosen to make your education a priority in shaping your future. This choice will define how you transition into a world of challenges and opportunities. The University of Southern Indiana has devoted its half-century existence to developing an excellent student experience. We are intent on providing you with the knowledge you’ll need in pursuing your career…your future…your life. At USI, you will engage with a faculty that is committed to teaching. You’ll learn to solve real-world challenges. And you’ll develop relationships – priceless relationships – and memories that will last a lifetime. This viewbook will help you explore your major of interest, acquaint you with the beautiful, vibrant USI campus and present you with the opportunity to gain knowledge for life. Welcome to USI.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Degree Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 College of Nursing and Health Professions . . . . . . . . . 9 Romain College of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Honors Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Service Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Campus Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Housing and Residence Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Recreation, Fitness and Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Admission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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USI students come from 43 states, and 60 countries.
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academic colleges • College of Liberal Arts • College of Nursing and Health Professions • Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education • Romain College of Business
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acres of beautiful campus USI offers suite-style residence halls and apartments for student housing.
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NCAA Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference men’s and women’s sports teams
USI’s Army ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps) college elective is one of the best leadership courses in the country.
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Baccalaureate Degree Programs ROMAIN COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Accounting and Professional Services Business Administration – Entrepreneurship/Small Business – General Business – International Business Business Education* Computer Information Systems Computer Science Economics Finance Management – General Management – Human Resource Management – Innovation Management Marketing POTT COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, AND EDUCATION Advanced Manufacturing Biology Biochemistry Biophysics Chemistry Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Engineering Environmental Science Exercise Science – General Exercise Science – Pre-Occupational Therapy – Pre-Physical Therapy – Strength and Conditioning Geology Industrial Supervision Kinesiology Mathematics Mathematics Actuarial Track Mathematics Teaching* Physical Education (Teaching, K-12) Science Teaching* Special Education Sport Management UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Anthropology Art – Art History – Graphic Design – Illustration – Interactive Media Design – Photography – Studio Communication Studies Criminal Justice Studies English – Creative Writing – Rhetoric and Writing – Literature English Teaching* French Studies French Studies Teaching* German Studies German Studies Teaching* History International Studies Journalism Philosophy Political Science Psychology Public Relations and Advertising Radio and Television Social Work Sociology Spanish Studies Spanish Studies Teaching* Theatre Arts Visual Art Teaching (K-12) Visual Art Teaching*
COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Dental Hygiene Food and Nutrition – Dietetics – Food Service Management – Nutrition and Wellness Health Services – Health Administration – Gerontology – Health Promotion and Wellness – Long-Term Care Administration – Public Health Nursing BSN RN to BSN Radiologic and Imaging Sciences PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS (Biology/Chemistry major) Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Forestry Pre-Medicine Pre-Medical Technology Pre-Optometry Pre-Osteopathy Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Pre-Wildlife Biology Pre-Zoology
BACHELOR OF GENERAL STUDIES Students must be over 25 years of age. Applied Studies Individual Studies *Secondary Education
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POTT COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, AND EDUCATION Early Childhood Education COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Social Sciences COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Dental Assisting Occupational Therapy Assistant Respiratory Therapy
Certificate Programs Dental Assisting Certificate Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Professional Accountancy Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Computer Information Systems
Graduate Programs Business Administration Communication Education English Health Administration Industrial Management Liberal Studies Occupational Therapy Public Administration Nursing Social Work
Doctoral Programs
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More than 96 percent of Pott College students who applied to graduate and/ or medical schools have been accepted since 2007. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
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BACHELOR DEGREES Advanced Manufacturing Biology Biochemistry Biophysics Chemistry Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Engineering Environmental Science Exercise Science – General Exercise Science – Pre-Occupational Therapy – Pre-Physical Therapy – Strength and Conditioning Geology Industrial Supervision Kinesiology Mathematics Mathematics Actuarial Track Mathematics Teaching* Physical Education (Teaching, K-12) Science Teaching* Special Education Sport Management ASSOCIATE DEGREE Early Childhood Education MASTER DEGREES Education Industrial Management PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS (Biology/Chemistry Major) Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Dentistry Pre-Ecology Pre-Forestry Pre-Medical Technology Pre-Medicine Pre-Optometry Pre-Osteopathy Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Physician Assistant Pre-Podiatry Pre-Veterinary Pre-Wildlife Biology Pre-Zoology
USI’s Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education helps you explore the latest scientific, mathematical, technical and education knowledge, while experiencing hands-on training through field work, student teaching, research and community outreach. Our state-of-the-art equipment, instrumentation and advanced manufacturing machinery for science and engineering is current and comprehensive. Innovation, like the Children’s Learning Center for early childhood education majors, gives you the knowledge you’ll need to succeed in a competitive job market. Through a strong partnership with USI’s Romain College of Business, you’ll follow the development of innovative ideas from lab testing to market research. Our ongoing relationships with local schools and partnerships with internationally renowned corporations provide real-world opportunities, experiences and professional development, while strengthening campus and community ties.
POINTS OF PRIDE Our Applied Engineering Center features equipment found nowhere else in the country, and is a learning factory for students in engineering, advanced manufacturing and industrial supervision programs. In the last five years, the College has received more than $8 million in external support, including grants and contracts. Pott College houses the Southwest Indiana STEM Resource Center (SwISTEM). The College received over $850,000 for the Teaching Eagles Scholarship Program to recruit and retain STEM educators.
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A significant number of new USI students selected as Presidential and Deans Scholars select a major in the College of Nursing and Health Professions. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA
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BACHELOR DEGREES Dental Hygiene Food and Nutrition – Dietetics – Food Service Management – Nutrition and Wellness Health Services – Health Administration – Gerontology – Health Promotion and Wellness – Long-Term Care Administration – Public Health Nursing BSN RN to BSN Radiologic and Imaging Sciences ASSOCIATE DEGREES Dental Assisting Occupational Therapy Assistant Respiratory Therapy
The College of Nursing and Health Professions offers 10 academic programs providing challenging and innovative learning experiences, excellent clinical and internship opportunities and a wide array of activities that allow you to engage with the community. More than 800 designated healthcare facilities across the United States, and internationally, provide real-life clinical practice experience. You’ll interact with our diverse and highly experienced faculty, many with specialized credentialing in their professions.
MASTER DEGREES Nursing Occupational Therapy Health Administration
POINTS OF PRIDE Interprofessional education activities are available, including a state-of-the-art Simulation Center that provides students in multiple disciplines the opportunity to participate in collaborative clinical experiences. The College is awarded more than $1 million annually from local, state and national grants.
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Graduates who earn degrees offered by the College consistently score above state and national averages on credentialing examinations. As a result, many report employment immediately upon graduation and experience success in their professional fields.
The College established three community health centers at Lodge, Glenwood and Cedar Hall. The inner-city primary care nursing-managed clinics are designed to increase community healthcare services. The College implemented Designated Education Units in St. Mary’s Medical Center and Deaconess Health System, offering an innovative clinical learning environment for multiple disciplines.
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Nearly 90 percent of graduates from the College have acquired a job in their fields of study.
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BACHELOR DEGREES Accounting and Professional Services Business Administration – Entrepreneurship/Small Business – General Business – International Business Business Education* Computer Information Systems Computer Science Economics Finance Management – General Management – Human Resource Management – Innovation Management Marketing Sen ior High/Junior High/Middle School Education (grades 5–12)—certification is available for most majors
As one of only 15 percent of the world’s business schools with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation, the Romain College of Business is dedicated to your development, both academically and professionally. The College’s AACSB accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools worldwide. The Romain College of Business is housed in the 76,800-square-foot Business and Engineering Center, which opened in 2010.
POINTS OF PRIDE USI’s Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) Student Chapter received a Gold Certificate of Excellence, the highest level of recognition, in three of the last four years. USI’s Business and Engineering Center offers cutting-edge learning spaces, including an experimental economics laboratory, advanced sales management laboratory and an interactive stock trading wall.
ASSOCIATE DEGREE Business MASTER DEGREES Business Administration
Experienced and diverse faculty will expose you to a wealth of global views. They not only teach, but also are active in scholarly pursuits, professional organizations and serve as business consultants. USI’s midwest location opens many doors, providing opportunities to gain workplace experience through internships at regional and global corporations and through partnerships with business leaders, alumni and others. The academic environment you’ll find at USI is challenging, yet nurturing, and inspires lifelong learning while preparing you to succeed in an increasingly global business climate that continues to become more and more diverse and technologically complex.
The Romain College of Business Investment Accounting Accelerator offers cutting-edge technology that gives students hands-on experience.
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BACHELOR DEGREES Anthropology Art – Art History – Graphic Design – Illustration – Interactive Media Design – Photography – Studio Communication Studies Criminal Justice Studies English – Creative Writing – Rhetoric and Writing – Literature English Teaching* French Studies French Studies Teaching* German Studies German Studies Teaching* History International Studies Journalism Philosophy Political Science Psychology Public Relations and Advertising Radio and Television Social Work Sociology Spanish Studies Spanish Studies Teaching* Theatre Arts Visual Art Teaching (K-12) Visual Art Teaching* Senior High/Junior High/Middle School Education (grades 5–12)—certification is available for most majors ASSOCIATE DEGREE Social Science MASTER DEGREES Communication (M.A.C.) English (M.A.E.) Liberal Studies (M.A.L.S.) Public Administration (M.P.A.) Social Work (M.S.W.)
Programs offered by USI’s College of Liberal Arts provide the knowledge and skills you need to think critically, communicate effectively and solve complex problems in the world around you. More than 30 majors and emphases across 11 academic departments will equip you with essential skills employers seek, and prepare you to flourish in any environment. Internships, student organizations and study abroad programs are available in most majors, allowing you to gain experience in your field and broaden understanding of a diverse and changing world. Our programs, taught by highly qualified faculty, in the arts, humanities and social sciences, will stimulate creativity and shape you into a global citizen.
POINTS OF PRIDE USI Performing Arts offers an educational experience few undergraduate programs can match. Many students have the opportunity to work with professional artists through a direct relationship with New Harmony Theatre, a nationally-respected regional Equity theatre. USI’s new teaching theatre opens in fall of 2014. The Shield, USI’s student newspaper, won Division II Newspaper of the Year for the second year in a row. The Edge/WSWI, USI radio, won two national awards from the 2014 BEA Festival of Arts, including second place for On Air Personality and honorable mention for Radio Newscast. The College operates four academic centers: Center for Communal Studies, Center for Interdisciplinary Studies, Center for Social Justice Education and the Scripps Howard Center for Media Studies
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UNIVERSITY DIVISION If you are new to USI and have a broad range of interests, University Division is a place to explore all USI has to offer. Incoming freshmen often take advantage of University Division to help determine courses of study that are right for them. University Division will help guide you toward your educational goals and advise you on course selection that will lead to success while you complete University Core Curriculum requirements. You’ll have access to the same amenities and services enjoyed by students who have already declared majors. We understand the transition process for those entering college and will work with you on time management, problem solving and career exploration. With a University-sponsored writing lab and an academic skills division, you’ll have the resources needed to choose your major while earning college credit.
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HONORS PROGRAM If you are academically motivated, talented and looking for an intellectual challenge, the Honors Program is the right fit for you. It is selective, demanding and rewarding, and caters to those who are prepared to invest extra effort to meet the challenge. As an honors student, you’ll benefit from smaller classes, close contact with faculty, grants to study abroad, research opportunities, exciting extracurricular activities and residing in the Honors Living-Learning Community. You’ll be part of a supportive community of fellow honors students who are academically oriented, but who also like to organize and participate in fun events. The USI Honors Program provides knowledge and experiences that will last a lifetime, with a broad range of opportunities for personal and academic growth. Plus, your motivation and creativity will help stimulate the entire University campus.
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HANDS-ON EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING The USI Service Learning Program enables students to engage in community-based service experiences that are integrated into the academic curriculum. Each semester, approximately 78 different service learning courses are offered that represent a variety of academic disciplines. As an education student, you’ll tutor at local schools; nursing and health professions students provide care at free health clinics; communication studies majors participate in literacy programs with the Boys and Girls Club; and criminal justice students work with at-risk youth. Structured service opportunities allow you to develop critical academic and leadership skills while learning social responsibility and service. These experiences strengthen your resumÊ and make you more marketable upon completion of your degree.
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CAMPUS LIFE Campus life at the University of Southern Indiana is represented by student clubs and organizations; experiential learning, service and volunteer opportunities; recreation and fitness events; education and fine art events; and entertainment. There are plenty of ways to engage in your campus community and connect with other students with similar interests. You can be a deejay on WSWI, the campus radio station; spread the news as a journalist or editorialist for the student-published newspaper The Shield; hone your acting or technical skills by joining one of the many campus theatre productions; or volunteer in the local community. At USI, we provide you with a wide range of opportunities to experiment with the depth of your interests and talents. Just want to relax and merely participate as a spectator? USI also sponsors a variety of student-centered events, like free-of-charge movie nights, musical performances, a Core Speaker Series on timely topics, novelty entertainment and many exhibits throughout the campus. Clubs and Organizations There are absolutely no excuses for being bored at USI. There are over 120 student clubs and organizations at USI that represent a wide range of interests such as academic and professional organizations, special interest clubs, club sports, and social, political and religious organizations. Visit our Student Development Programs website, USI.edu/sdv, and browse the entire list to find a club or organization that piques your interest.
Fraternity and Sorority Life Being a member of a fraternity or sorority at USI is about making friendships that will last far beyond your college years and committing yourself to scholarship, leadership and service. It is about being respected for your individuality while being part of a brotherhood or sisterhood with individuals who share the same goals and values. Your brothers and sisters are there to support you, not just through your college years but throughout your entire life. Food Services USI has a wide variety of dining options conveniently located within walking distance of on-campus housing, labs/classrooms and many off-campus apartments. They vary from full-course dining to on-the-go snacks. Dining on campus gives you the opportunity to gather with friends, take study breaks, hang out, relax and unwind after a hard day of classes and activities. Meal plans or pre-paid food service accounts make dining convenient and affordable.
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HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE Students take advantage of our affordable, modern residential facilities. Four suite-style residence halls—Newman Hall, Governors Hall, O’Bannon Hall and Ruston Hall—offer incoming freshmen a traditional campus living environment. Ruston Hall and O’Bannon Hall house USI’s nine LivingLearning Communities exclusively for first-year students. At the heart of the campus apartment area is the Residence Life Community Center, a state-ofthe-art building with a large shared living room, an expanded convenience store with pizza delivery, wireless Internet and a laundry room. Campus apartment housing facilities include the Joseph E. O’Daniel Apartments and the Frank F. McDonald Apartments.
LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITIES At USI, we believe that freshmen who have similar interests, goals and academic programs can benefit from living on designated floors within the residence halls. We call them Living Learning Communities (LLCs). They help create a strong link between your life in the residence hall and your classroom learning experience. If you reside on an LLC floor, you’ll enjoy all the same amenities as other residents with the added benefit of an enriched living experience. University departments sponsor LLCs and help organize programs, activities and events that highlight the LLC’s major or area of interest. Living Learning Communities’ special programs and services: – Academic tutoring and advising – Select classes located in the residence halls – Increased faculty contact – Roommates who share similar majors or interests – Programs and activities available only to LLC residents Students select from nine LLCs: – Business – Global Community – Honors – Nursing and Health Professions – Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics – Education – Social Justice – English and Theatre Arts – Elementary Education – Exploring Majors
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Athletic events rock with Screaming Eagle pride. Regardless of the season, USI fans turn out to cheer for their favorite teams. With 15 teams who’ve won many conference championship titles and several national championships, there are always opportunities to take a study break, get fired up and cheer for your Screaming Eagles! NCAA Division II Great Lakes Valley Conference Men’s Women’s Baseball Basketball Basketball Cross Country Cross Country Golf Golf Soccer Soccer Softball Tennis Tennis Track and Field Track and Field Volleyball
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CLUB SPORTS So you want to play sports at a higher level than intramural, but not quite at the NCAA division level? Then club sports are for you. USI club teams play against teams from other colleges and universities in sports that include rugby, Ultimate Frisbee and Quidditch.
RECREATION, FITNESS AND WELLNESS Staying active is a concept that brings many students together on campus, whether it’s a pick-up game of basketball, group exercise class or intramural activity. The heart of recreation activity on campus is the Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center. INTRAMURAL SPORTS Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center Cardio training machines Free weights and strength machines Flat screen television monitors throughout the building and workout areas Three-story rock-climbing wall Table tennis area Indoor walking/running track Indoor/outdoor basketball courts Game room Exercise classes, including spin, yoga, step, tai chi and Pilates Study and relaxation lounges
Nature Trails USI’s campus has a series of paved and unpaved trails for students to enjoy. The USI-Burdette Trail is a three-mile paved greenway that provides opportunities for safe biking, running and walking. More rustic trails are scattered throughout the wooded areas on the south and northwest sides of campus.
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Flag football Miniature golf Volleyball Softball Soccer Disc golf Basketball Tennis Badminton Just a sampling of activities available: Whitewater rafting Caving trips Canoe and camping trips Hiking trips Midnight ski trip Labor Day at the lake Race for the Cure Halloween glo bowling Holiday fun night Dodgeball
Evansville Attractions: AROUND TOWN Situated on the banks of the Ohio River, Evansville is a mid-sized city that welcomes USI students and offers them plenty of things to do. The Ford Center, a 10,000-seat downtown arena, is the home of Evansville’s hockey team, the IceMen. Traveling Broadway shows and feature performances and concerts come to the various entertainment venues. For a relaxing walk or invigorating run, the downtown riverfront features a greenway with a view of the changing river traffic and the Evansville skyline. Movie theatres (including an IMAX) and Swonder Ice Arena draw students together for fun, activity and fellowship. Evansville’s coffee shops, restaurants, historic district, museums and shopping areas also are places where students like to spend time. Less than three miles from campus, shopping centers and restaurants are plentiful. USI’s suburban location in the rolling hills of western Vanderburgh County is just minutes away from all that Evansville has to offer.
• Indiana’s third-largest city (population 126,000, metropolitan area of 280,000 residents) • An activity-filled riverfront that includes Tropicana Evansville, the LST 325—World War II ship and the Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science • Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden • Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra • Historic Bosse Field, home to the Evansville Otters (Frontier League baseball team) • Evansville IceMen (Central Hockey League team) • Westside Nut Club Fall Festival • Entertainment venues: Ford Center, Victory Theatre, Old National Events Plaza Learn more about Evansville at visitevansville.com.
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ADMISSION Are you ready to apply and start gaining knowledge for life? Go to USI.edu/apply and complete the online application. Be sure to submit the following items with your application:
• High school transcript • Standardized test scores • Official college transcript(s) (only for students with transferable college credits) • $40 non-refundable application fee
USI undergraduate admission counselors are among the friendliest, most helpful and best informed you’ll find anywhere. If you have any questions, reach out to us. Our online staff directory is located at USI.edu/staff and provides the profiles and email addresses for each of our admission counselors. You also can reach our team by calling 800-467-1965 or 812-464-1765. Of course, the only way to choose the right school for you is to visit the campus. Come experience the University of Southern Indiana for yourself and see what an active, hands-on real-world education looks like. Visit us during the week or make plans to attend what we call a “Southern Hospitality Day.” Tour the campus…meet with professors...talk with an admission counselor…see firsthand what we mean when we say Knowledge for Life. Call Admission today to reserve your campus visit: 800-467-1965 or 812-464-1765, or connect to us online to check campus visit dates and to reserve your visit online: USI.edu/visit.
SCHOLARSHIPS The University of Southern Indiana awards millions of dollars in scholarships and waiver awards each year. Scholarships are awarded based on academic record, financial need or a combination of each. Scholarships are generally considered merit-based aid, and recipients are selected based on academic achievement or a specific talent.
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE When you choose the University of Southern Indiana, you will receive incredible value for your higher education dollar. For assistance in pursuing your path to academic excellence, USI Student Financial Assistance offers expert support and counseling regarding need-based aid and academic scholarship maintenance. Remember: Apply as early as possible for both admission and financial assistance. To continue need-based financial aid, you must apply every year by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) available at www.fafsa.ed.gov. USI’s school code is 001808. For more information, call Student Financial Assistance at 800-467-1965 or 812-464-1767 or email at finaid@usi.edu.
STUDENT RESOURCES USI provides a comprehensive range of support services and activities. These include academic skills development, multicultural services, child care, counseling, financial aid, placement, housing, health services, student activities, leadership development and intramural and recreational programs. Student Support Services promotes personal growth, academic achievement and cultural diversity.
It is the policy of the University of Southern Indiana to be in full compliance with all federal and state non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, orders, and regulations relating to race, sex, religion, disability, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Questions or concerns should be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer, USI Human Resources Department, University of Southern Indiana, 8600 University Boulevard, Evansville, Indiana 47712.
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GETTING STARTED—ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS If you’re an incoming freshman, you’ll be interested in Student Development Programs. They know how important it is to make a smooth transition. The University’s New Student Orientation Program will bring you and your family to campus prior to your first semester of classes to begin the transition to the University and register for your first semester of classes. Orientation is designed to introduce your intended academic major program of study, campus resources, the advising and registration process and other new students. Student Development Programs offers a wide range of activities and services that will get you involved and off to a great start at USI before classes begin. Here are some of the programs or services you can connect with: Archie’s Scoop—A newsletter for incoming freshmen designed to help students get to know their new school and inform them about the activities planned for Welcome Week. Welcome Week—A set of programs designed to help new students get acquainted with campus, meet faculty and other new students, learn about their academic college and have fun. Camp Eagle—A three-day adventure, where incoming students participate in challenging outdoor exercises, team-building activities, educational sessions and opportunities to learn leadership skills and how they can make a difference at the University of Southern Indiana and in their community.
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Applied Engineering Center Art Studio Business and Engineering Center Baseball Field Bent Twig Outdoor Education Center Broadway Sports Complex Ceramics Center Children’s Learning Center Disc Golf Course Education Center
FA Forum Wing, including Forum Lecture Halls FA 1, 2, and 3 FC Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center FO USI Foundation HP Health Professions Center, including IU School of Medicine-Evansville and Mitchell Auditorium LA Liberal Arts Center, including Kleymeyer Hall, Mallette Studio Theatre and McCutchan Art Center
OC Robert D. Orr Center PA Physical Activities Center (PAC) PP Physical Plant Service Center PUB Publishing Services Center RC Residence Life Community Center RES Fair Residence Life Center RS Residence Life Service Center RL David L. Rice Library SB Security Building, including Parking Department
SF Strassweg Soccer Field SS Support Services Center TC Technology Center TN Tennis Courts TT Teaching Theatre UC-E University Center East UC-W University Center West, including Carter Hall WA Byron C. Wright Administration Building
STUDENT HOUSING 1-22 O’Daniel Apartments 23-44 McDonald Apartments 45 Newman Hall 46 Governors Hall 47 O’Bannon Hall 48 Ruston Hall
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